Adding to the established and impressive lineup of majestic sports cars of Ferrari is the Ferrari F8 Tributo 2023, named after the most powerful engine in the Italian company’s unmatched history. It features a superior and highly-detailed exterior crafted every inch with contemporary lines and curves to assist its supreme aerodynamic capability. Inside, it is furnished with premium highlights specifically designed to provide its lucky riders the utmost safety, comfort, and convenience. The Ferrari F8 Tributo is powered by a 3.9-liter eight-cylinder engine acclaimed from 2016 to 2018 as the “Best Engine” in the International Engine of the Year awards. It is offered in different metallic and glossy tones of black, red, green, blue, and brown.
Launch
The Ferrari F8 Tributo was introduced in 2019 at the Geneva International Motor Show. It is an update to the Italian premium carmaker’s other model, the Ferrari 488 GTB.
In the Philippines, the Ferrari F8 Tributo was virtually launched by its official local dealer Motostrada in August 2020.
The F8 Tributo uses the same twin-turbo V8 engine that the 488 Pista uses
Exterior
The Ferrari F8 Tributo measures 4,611mm long, 1,979mm wide, and 1,206mm tall. Once again, Ferrari Styling Center succeeded in combining elegance and sportiness in designing this good looking sports car. Compared to the Ferrari 488 GTB, its front flaunts a revamped S-Duct capable of producing 15% more downforce. It is complemented by a new pair of sleek LED horizontal headlights, cooling intakes, and brake to assist an efficient airflow. Its rear is made even more stunningly attractive with the use of a Lexan screen, a wraparound spoiler, vents for heat extraction, and a pair of classic twin light clusters.
Supporting the Ferrari F8 Tributo is a set of durable and finely-crafted 20-inch wheels.
Interior
The cabin of the Ferrari F8 Tributo is reminiscent of the classic driver-oriented vibe of other sports cars but is furnished with modern convenience and premium materials such as leather, brushed aluminum, and carbon fiber. Its leather-covered dashboard has traditional switches and contemporary digital displays. The steering wheel with mounted controls feels and looks premium. The aluminum detailings in the air vents and door panels add a rugged sophistication inside.
Technology & Safety Features
The Ferrari F8 Tributo is equipped with a Human Machine Interface that can efficiently assist in controlling buttons, switches, and knobs. Infotainment is provided by a seven-inch display with Bluetooth, smart device integration, hard disk drive media, and auxiliary audio input.
For safety, it is built with a generous number of airbags, an anti-lock braking system, back-up camera, rear parking aid, tire pressure monitor, brake assist, stability control, and traction control.
Platform & Chassis
The Ferrari F8 Tributo utilizes a Double Wishbone suspension at the front and a multi-link suspension at the rear.
Engine & Drivetrain
The Ferrari F8 Tributo is a rear-wheel-drive vehicle powered by the legendary 3.9-liter turbocharged V8 engine. It is paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch, paddle-shift automatic transmission. It can produce an astounding 720 horsepower and 770 Newton meters of torque with a top speed of 340 kilometers per hour.